Darwin Lectures Begin Monday

Contact: Joe Carr at (207) 581-3571

ORONO — The University of Maine’s Celebration of Darwin class and lecture series begins on Monday, Aug. 31 with a talk by UMaine psychology professor Larry Smith, who will discuss Charles Darwin’s contributions in their historical context.

Each class meeting in the semester-long series is also open to members of the UMaine community and the public.  Fourteen UMaine professors will lead lectures, all of which are scheduled from 8:35-9:50 a.m. in 130 Little Hall.

Those who are interested can also join the UMaine Darwin Program fan page on Facebook.